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LiTime rig getting some sun time to charge

LiTime triple threat review featuring the new LiTime 12.8V 320Ah mini smart battery

Just-in-time power that delivers. LiTime obviously strives to deliver a premium auxiliary power experience, with every product in this review feeling not only premium but also easy-to-use and reliable.
Stephen Pereyra, 18 Oct 2025 02:14
Solix C2000 Gen 2: New power station from Anker. (Image source: Anker)

Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 to launch soon as durable power station with several connectivity options

Anker has just showcased new power station, the Solix C2000 Gen 2, which is designed to deliver high performance and be able to supply the most demanding consumers with an adequate power supply. True to its namesake, the model als...
Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 15:55
747,000 tons of e-waste was recycled in Germany for the extraction of valuable raw materials. This corresponds to the enormous cargo capacity of seven of the world's largest container ships. (Image: Google Gemini AI)

Equivalent to seven of the world's largest container ships: 747,000 tons of e-waste recycled in Germany in 2023

Each year on International E-Waste Day, the German Federal Statistical Office publishes figures on the recycling of electronic waste. In 2023, approximately 747,000 tons of e-waste was recycled – a weight equivalent to the cargo o...
Ronald Matta, 07 Oct 2025 18:11
Solar charge controller for rooftop systems with storage – first look at the Bluetti SolarX 4K

Solar charge controller for rooftop systems with storage – first look at the Bluetti SolarX 4K

Rooftop solar meets battery storage. We got our hands on the new Bluetti SolarX 4K solar controller and inverter. Launching on September 22, 2025, the SolarX 4K is designed to handle much higher solar input voltages — up to 500 volts, perfect for larger rooftop systems. It converts that high voltage into levels suitable for battery storage units. We put it to the test to see if it actually delivers.
Christian Hintze, 06 Oct 2025 17:38
A conceptual image of a circular solar panel on a laboratory table (Image source: AI-generated image)

Breakthrough organic solar cell with 100% charge collection efficiency could revolutionize solar tech

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have made a discovery — a single organic material that can efficiently convert light into electricity. This breakthrough could lead to more compact solar cells for powering future electro...
Chibuike Okpara, 05 Oct 2025 22:37
MITs concrete battery in action (Image source: the MIT EC³ Hub; edited)

A house powering itself: New concrete battery from MIT packs 10 times more power

MIT researchers have optimized their carbon-cement supercapacitor from 2023, increasing its capacity by 10 times. This brings the vision of using a building's foundation to power the home it supports one step closer to reality.
Chibuike Okpara, 05 Oct 2025 01:39
Tea as the holy grail: New hope for used batteries. (Image source: GPT-image-1)

Tea as the holy grail: New hope for used batteries

Chinese researchers have developed a method for reusing discarded lithium iron phosphate batteries with the help of tea polyphenols. Instead of destroying the batteries, the treatment repairs the crystal structure and renews damag...
Ulrich Mathey, 02 Oct 2025 18:16
Illuminated oil refinery at night with bright lights. (Image source: Selim Şengül via Pexels)

Gneuton's waste heat-powered water purification technology for AI data centers to come online in Q1 2026

Gneuton, a US-based company, has launched a patented thermal distillation system that repurposes waste heat from gas turbine-powered AI data centers into purified water, aiming to cut water costs and boost sustainability worldwide...
Praneeta, 27 Sep 2025 22:21
The S1500 wind turbine in the sky (Image source: People's Daily, China; AI-edited)

Gigantic airborne wind turbine with 1.2-megawatt output successfully tested in China

Following earlier reports that it was set for testing, China's mammoth airborne wind turbine — S1500 — has successfully completed its test flight in the desert region of Hami, Xinjiang.
Chibuike Okpara, 27 Sep 2025 04:36
The wired Sony IER-EX15C earbuds help save the earth by eliminating lithium-ion battery waste. (Image source: Sony)

Sony releases IER-EX15C USB-C earbuds to help save the Earth

Sony has released the IER-EX15C USB-C earbuds, offering a battery-free, eco-conscious design powered directly by audio devices while eliminating toxic waste and recharge delays. With a built-in mic, multifunction controls, and a (...
David Chien, 25 Sep 2025 06:26
Batteries need to be charged, discharged and used regularly (image source: AI generated)

A call for battery moderation: We own more battery-powered devices than we can maintain

Take a look around your home - chances are, you’ll find a surprising number of devices running on rechargeable batteries. From phones and laptops to Bluetooth speakers, electric toothbrushes, and handheld gaming consoles, the list...
Christian Hintze, 23 Sep 2025 20:24
EcoFlow Stream balcony power plant system review

Decentralized balcony power plant system avoids 800 W limit: EcoFlow Stream in a practical test

Over 800 W possible. With Stream, EcoFlow offers a powerful balcony power plant system that not only enables decentralized storage, but also legally bypasses the European limit of 800 W. Our EcoFlow Stream test reveals how this works and what the system can do.
Marcus Schwarten, 23 Sep 2025 14:12
The BYD Haohan ESS is the world's largest. (Image source: BYD/LinkedIn)

BYD doubles Tesla Megapack capacity with record beating ESS that costs a cent per kWh

Energy storage system capacity records are falling left and right, with BYD just one-upping CATL to unveil the world's biggest battery. Its single-unit ESS capacity would allow an electric vehicle to circle the Earth nearly four t...
Daniel Zlatev, 21 Sep 2025 21:05
A rendering of the new MB56 from EVE. (Image source: Gobel Power)

2 kWh for around $175: EVE's new MB56 cells coming soon

EVE's new prismatic LFP battery is said to store over 2 kWh of energy and be extremely durable. After a long wait, the model is now available from reputable retailers at a price of around $175. However, those who order now will no...
Bernhard Rotter, 17 Sep 2025 18:01
Decorative image. The Solo MMR is expected to arrive in 2028 (Image source: AI-generated image)

Micro-modular nuclear reactor with 1-MW output one step closer to commercialization

Terra Innovatum, the company behind the Solo micro-modular nuclear reactor, says it has made significant progress in its U.S. licensing process, with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission accepting a key safety report for full technic...
Chibuike Okpara, 16 Sep 2025 02:32
A conceptual image of the battery (Image source: AI-generated)

Breakthrough battery is fire-safe, water-based, organic, durable, and recyclable

Researchers in Japan have developed a new organic polymer that is water-soluble and also easily recyclable, a breakthrough that could lead to a new generation of safer and greener batteries.
Chibuike Okpara, 09 Sep 2025 18:33
Google's Zurich office entrance (Image source: Google)

Google retreats from 2030 net-zero goal as AI data centers drive soaring energy use

Google has pushed its “net-zero by 2030” pledge off the homepage and into its environmental report, while its data center page now frames the goal as a “moonshot.”
Nathan Ali, 08 Sep 2025 06:47
The Volt 2 (pictured) boasts a triple-paned viewing window, one-touch presets and a temperature range to rival any home oven. Image source: Ooni

Pizza Intelligence: Ooni's Volt 2 pizza bakes Neapolitan-style pizza in 90 seconds

For $699, pizza lovers can have a pro-level 13-inch pizza in seconds, without having to leave the kitchen. With an adaptive cooking system, heating elements that go up to 850°F (450°C), and presets for making three styles of pizza...
Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 05 Sep 2025 03:30
A moored container ship at a quay (Image source: Bruno Hervas via Unsplash)

Japan unveils world's first commercial ammonia-powered ship engine

Japan Engine Corporation has announced the successful testing and certification of the world's first fully-functional, full-scale commercial engine that runs on ammonia. The company says it can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by o...
Chibuike Okpara, 02 Sep 2025 22:00
An image of the S500 (Image source: China Daily; cropped)

Airborne wind turbine with 1-megawatt output set for testing in China

Chinese scientists are set to test a megawatt-level airborne wind turbine — an airship-windmill system designed to leverage the powerful, high-altitude winds. The company claims it is capable of operating for 25 years without inte...
Chibuike Okpara, 01 Sep 2025 15:04
Zendure SolarFlow 800 Pro review & comparison

Balcony power plant system with up to 11.5 kWh and AI: Zendure SolarFlow 800 (Pro) review & comparison

Pro or not pro - that is the question here. With SolarFlow 800 and SolarFlow 800 Pro, Zendure offers two modular, expandable solutions for balcony power plants. We have not only tested the hybrid inverter and the all-in-one system, but also compared the two solutions with each other and revealed which one is suitable for whom.
Marcus Schwarten, 01 Sep 2025 10:08
VTC Sophie 8X solar-powered EV wins the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar race across Australia in the Cruiser class. (Image source: Bridgestone)

Student-built, street-legal EV crosses 3,000km in Australia to win 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge

The student-engineered Sophie 8X EV has won the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in the Cruiser class, completing 3,021.5 km across Australia in 44 hours. With a solar-powered 15.2 kWh battery, the EV utilized advanced SiC m...
David Chien, 01 Sep 2025 01:28
A depiction of the new batteries (Image source: the researchers; cropped)

EVs might get a lot cleaner, thanks to recyclable solid-state batteries from MIT

In a fresh approach to tackling present and future electronic waste, researchers at MIT have created a self-assembling battery material. This new material allows disassembly of the entire device by simply dissolving its core compo...
Chibuike Okpara, 30 Aug 2025 01:16
Anker’s Solix Solarbank 3 Pro (pictured) is receiving a new update (Image source: Anker)

Anker Solix Solarbank 3 Pro update brings new feature

The Anker Solix Solarbank 3 Pro is currently receiving a new update, v1.0.2.6. This brings a new feature related to third-party photovoltaic (PV) systems, and an update for the CO2 emissions calculation. Plus, there are similar up...
Polly Allcock, 27 Aug 2025 12:28
An electric car plugged in (Image source: Emma Smith via Unsplash; cropped)

Biowaste could power next-generation batteries for cheaper EVs and solar systems

Researchers in Australia are working to develop a method for turning common organic waste into biochar — a charcoal-like substance commonly used for soil improvement, but could serve as a component for cheaper and safer sodium-ion...
Chibuike Okpara, 26 Aug 2025 21:43
All the foundations and 45 out of 65 turbines were already installed. (Image source: Ørsted)

An offshore wind farm at 80% completion is halted in the US

The project would power up to 350,000 homes and had all foundations installed, as well as 45 out of the 65 turbines. The project was halted citing national security concerns.
Daniela Morales Soler, 26 Aug 2025 17:24
The TravelMate P6 14 AI on a white desk (Image source: Marc Herter - Notebookcheck)

Hidden talents: clever features of the Acer TravelMate P6 that shine in everyday use

Beyond its impressive battery life and low weight, the new Acer TravelMate P6 is packed with numerous thoughtful features that make a real difference in daily use. From smart maintenance to useful software tools.
Marc Herter, 24 Aug 2025 20:19
The company aims at surpassing 10,000 metres of altitude. A SolarStratos plane pictured. (Image source: SolarStratos)

A solar-powered plane achieves altitude record in a 5-hour flight

SolarStratos achieved an altitude of 9,521 metres using a double electric motor aircraft, which took advantage of warm air thermals and a lithium-ion battery to fly over the Valais Alps. The aircraft had 22 square metres of solar ...
Daniela Morales Soler, 21 Aug 2025 14:24
Nuclear energy generation (Image source: Pexels/Pixabay)

Google will build a small modular nuclear reactor in Tennessee

The company will acquire up to 500 megawatts of nuclear energy under the agreement. This deal will allow an increase in the power output of the Hermes 2 Plant in Oak Ridge.
Daniela Morales Soler, 18 Aug 2025 21:35
The new Jackery Explorer 500 v2 is expected to be slimmer than the original model (pictured). (Image source: Jackery)

Jackery to show new slim power station and solar panels at IFA 2025

The Jackery Explorer 500 v2 power station, a new model with a “slim-format”, will make its debut at IFA 2025 this September. This is said to be the lightest and most compact product of its kind, allowing users to charge up to six ...
Polly Allcock, 18 Aug 2025 14:14
Wind droughts are expected to become more frequent. Generic image showing wind turbines. (Image source: Quang Nguyen Vinh, Pexels)

Wind droughts: The new threat to the energy transition and stable supply

No wind for extended periods is an increasingly more frequent trend, affecting electricity generation globally. A study points out that droughts can increase by up to 40% in the next years.
Daniela Morales Soler, 16 Aug 2025 19:02
The two-blade turbine had an availability rate of 99.3% during the 500 days trial. (Image source: Envision Energy)

Envision unveils a two-blade wind turbine with remarkable efficiency

Despite vibration and imbalance load challenges, the Chinese company achieved 500 days of stable operation. The results show that they are operationally equivalent to traditional three-blade turbines.
Daniela Morales Soler, 11 Aug 2025 14:55
Bluetti APEX 300 power storage system review: More than just a balcony power station

Bluetti APEX 300 power storage system review: More than just a balcony power station

With Magic Button. The Bluetti Apex 300 isn't just a typical mobile power station, it is designed as a battery storage system for the home or for off-grid self-sufficiency. It can handle up to 2,400 W of solar input energy on its own, or even more than 4 kW with the SolarX 4K converter, and is just the first in a whole series of expandable battery storage systems.
Christian Hintze, 10 Aug 2025 09:33
Mark Rober standing beside MrBeast with a can of urine (Image source: MrBeast; cropped screenshot)

MrBeast drinks water made from his own urine in attempt to raise $40M

Performing stunts is nothing new for YouTubers. They perform stunts for different reasons — from seeking virality to pursuing a cause. The latter is the case for MrBeast with his recent stunt, as he is seeking to raise $40 million...
Chibuike Okpara, 07 Aug 2025 04:08
The project used 762 car batteries from Merces-Benz, Stellantis, and Nissan. (Image source: Enel)

Reused car batteries power an energy storage facility in an airport in Italy

Enel used 762 battery packs from Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Nissan to build an energy storage system for the Aeroporti di Roma. According to Enel, this kind of project can be modular and scalable to reuse car batteries.
Daniela Morales Soler, 06 Aug 2025 15:30
The EcoFlow Stream Ultra X weighs 38.8 kg (85.5 lbs) (Image source: EcoFlow)

Stream Ultra X: EcoFlow’s new balcony power system debuts with compact design and 3.84 kWh capacity

EcoFlow has launched a new Stream Ultra X balcony power system in Germany. The company’s new system comes with a 3.84 kWh storage capacity with room for expansion up to 23 kWh, a compact design, IP65 ingress protection, app-based ...
Abhinav Fating, 06 Aug 2025 09:00
The T-GenX is a T-shirt that produces electric energy (Image source: Alex)

T-GenX: This T-shirt produces electricity and claims to be a solar alternative in some situations

The T-GenX is a wearable that can apparently generate electric energy. The T-shirt is designed to charge various devices with lower power requirements on the go. However, there are probably some noteworthy caveats.
Silvio Werner, 04 Aug 2025 22:44
AI, genetic engineering, quantum computing, clean energy and humanoid robotics signal a bright future. (Image source: ChatGPT)

5 trailblazing technologies primed to supercharge humankind by 2035

CheckMag Over the next decade, these five transformative tech fields are poised to reshape human society and AI is at the center of all. The possibilities are staggering and humankind could solve pressing issues related to climate change a...
Bogdan Solca, 04 Aug 2025 21:56
Plastic bottles (Image source: tanvi sharma via Unsplash)

Plastic health crisis fuels urgency for treaty as industry pushes back

Plastics are now tied to serious health effects across all stages of life, from developmental damage in infants to cancer risks in adults. Yet as global talks move toward a plastics treaty to curb production and protect public hea...
Sebastian Jankowski, 04 Aug 2025 02:58
The first sodium-ion BESS in the US (Image source: Peak Energy)

Sodium-ion battery for cheaper US grid energy storage deployed by American company for the first time

The first sodium-ion BESS for grid-level electricity storage has become operational in the US with unique passive cooling system and longer lifespan. The cheaper and safer sodium-ion batteries are making commercial progress, appea...
Daniel Zlatev, 03 Aug 2025 11:13
The Apex 300. (Image source: Bluetti)

Bluetti Apex 300 goes to retail following $5.4 million crowdfunding win

Bluetti credits its latest portable power station with its most successful crowdfunding campaign to date, having amassed over $5 million on Indiegogo. Now, it is available to order via more traditional channels with its upgraded 2...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Aug 2025 20:11
The Crankspeaker all-in-one by Rhythm requires no external power to operate its powerbank, radio, lights, and wireless speaker. (Image source: Rhythm)

Rhythm releases Crankspeaker: All-in-one hand-powered Bluetooth speaker, FM radio, flashlight, area light, clock, and powerbank

The Rhythm Crankspeaker combines a 4,000 mAh powerbank, wireless speaker, flashlight, area light, FM radio, and clock in an IP44-rated body powered by a hand-crank. The built-in USB-A port can be used to charge smartphones.
David Chien, 02 Aug 2025 03:50
Turning mercury into gold (image source: ChatGPT DALL·E)

Gold from mercury? How a tokamak fusion reactor may generate precious metal through neutron transmutation

Fusion startup Marathon Fusion claims its theoretical reactor design could generate up to 3000 kg of gold per year by converting mercury inside a layered neutron blanket. The process would also produce tritium fuel for deuterium-t...
Sebastian Jankowski, 01 Aug 2025 01:48
BougeRV Rocky 40 Review: The portable fridge and freezer for the road

BougeRV Rocky 40 Review: The portable fridge and freezer for the road

Far more than just a cooler for camping. The BougeRV Rocky 40 keeps your purchases cold during weekly grocery runs, supplies beach parties with ice-cold drinks, and even serves as a backup refrigerator. Thanks to its low power consumption and robust design, it is exceptionally versatile.
Marc Herter, 31 Jul 2025 15:51
An image of an ASIMO robot developed by Honda (Image source: Possessed Photography via Unsplash; cropped)

MIT's AI-powered 'autonomous lab' could lead to better batteries and solar panels

An autonomous AI and robotics platform developed at MIT can invent and test 700 new materials a day, a process that could dramatically accelerate the creation of improved battery electrolytes, safer drug-delivery systems, solar pa...
Chibuike Okpara, 30 Jul 2025 05:55
The Anker app version 3.10.0 brings two new features to users. (Image source: Anker, edited)

Anker app update brings new features for Solix users

The latest version of the Anker app for iOS brings two new features. One of these benefits those with Solix home backup solutions, while the other could be useful to users of any of the brand’s products. Plus, the Solix Solarbank ...
Polly Allcock, 29 Jul 2025 15:33
The Anker Solix P1 Meter (pictured) is now available in Europe. (Image source: Anker)

Anker releases new Solix P1 Meter for energy monitoring

The Anker Solix P1 Meter has been officially released in one European country. Connecting to your home’s smart meter, the gadget allows you to track your energy consumption in the brand’s smartphone app. Plus, it can be connected ...
Polly Allcock, 27 Jul 2025 09:58
Tesla's energy storage business grew 114% in 2024. A Tesla facility pictured. (Image source: Craig Adderley, Pexels)

Tesla is set to build its biggest energy storage facility in China

For this facility, the company will use batteries coming from Tesla's Shanghai Megapack factory, launched earlier this year. The plant will help create a Zero-Carbon grid in Shanghai.
Daniela Morales Soler, 23 Jul 2025 13:49
DARPA achieved conversion efficiencies of approximately 20%. Refference image. (Image source: Pexels, Burak The Weekender)

Wireless electricity transmission achieves a new milestone: The longest distance to date

A US military defense agency could transmit energy across 8.6 kilometres during 60 seconds. This marks the longest distance achieved in laser wireless transmission. The agency used an infrared laser beam to transmit 800 watts of e...
Daniela Morales Soler, 21 Jul 2025 21:16
Google signed an agreement to acquire hydro power for data centres. Reference image. (Image source:  panumas nikhomkhai - Pexels)

Google signs a $3 billion deal to obtain renewable energy for AI and cloud computing

The company has been acquiring renewable energy for its data centres across the world to decarbonise its operations. By 2030, Google aims to achieve net zero emissions.
Daniela Morales Soler, 17 Jul 2025 14:33

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